Cannon Day at Fort Macon State Park
Bring the whole family to Fort Macon and experience the boom of history in action.
Our Events
From the Great Smoky Mountains to the Outer Banks, find something to do or discover a new vacation destination
Uwharrie Bigfoot Festival
The Uwharrie Bigfoot Festival returns Labor Day weekend for three days of family fun, folklore, outdoor adventure, live entertainment, vendors, food, and all things Bigfoot.
Titanic: The Exhibition Charlotte
North America’s largest and most immersive touring Titanic experience sails into Charlotte for the first time this spring and summer.
North Carolina Apple Festival
The North Carolina Apple Festival is a four-day celebration of Henderson County’s stature as the leading apple-producing county in the state.
Old North State History Series: On the Homefront During World War II
Join living historian Mrs. Anna Neill for an engaging look at how everyday Americans contributed to the war effort from home during World War II.
Grandfather by Night: Naturalist Program
Explore the mountain after hours with your own personal guides during our Grandfather by Night series!
Lions, Tigers & Beer
Our eagerly awaited—and wildly delicious—dining experience brings you the rare chance to spend an entire evening at the Animal Park, complete with sunset serenades from our residents.
Lions, Tigers & Beer
Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Animal Park during our most anticipated and delicious event of the year.
Ayden Collard Festival
A family, fun-filled event that includes a pageant, a parade, street dances, rides, retail and food vendors, a Collard Eatin’ contest and much more.
Homeschool and Family Day
Join us as we step back in time and experience life in the 18th century at Homeschool and Family Day.
Unionville Heritage Festival
Live music, Food Trucks, Craft Vendors, Activities for kids, Silent Auction, Raffle, Heritage Hall
55th-Annual Girl Scout Day
Girl Scouts are invited to join the park’s naturalists for a fun-filled learning adventure on Grandfather Mountain.
Art in the Park
70+ regional artists exhibiting and selling work in a series of six juried shows.
Artist Talk for PATTERN RECOGNITION
The show, Pattern Recognition, will include an artist talk by Nell Chandler, Adrienne Knowles and Evelyn Ward in the gallery on Saturday, September 12th at 4pm.
9/11 Commemorative 5K Event
The City of Graham proudly presents the Sixth Annual 9/11 Commemorative 5K Run/Walk Event.
Carolina Bible Camp Bluegrass Festival 2026
A one-day, family friendly bluegrass festival for only $20! Kids under 12 admitted free.
Brunswick Quilters Guild Craft Fair
The Brunswick Quilters Guild is holding their annual Craft Fair on Saturday, September 12, 2026 from 9-3 at the Shallotte Presbyterian Church in Shallotte, NC.
NC Freedom Fest
NC Freedom Fest is an annual and FREE, family-friendly festival held in Downtown Goldsboro, North Carolina, dedicated to honoring military personnel, veterans, and first responders.
Fayetteville Greek Festival
Transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean at the Fayetteville Greek Festival, a weekend celebration of Greek culture, cuisine and community in the Historic Haymount neighborhood.
Concert in the Park
Free concert in the Memorial Park Gazebo, Sundays following Art in the Park. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Downtown, 1pm.
Cumberland County Fair
Climb aboard The Agricultural Express as the 2026 Cumberland County Fair rolls into the Crown Complex!
Grandfather by Night: Naturalist Program
Explore the mountain after hours with your own personal guides during our Grandfather by Night series!
Randy Travis Music Festival
Family oriented festival with food, music, car show, craft vendors, children’s entertainment
Cockman Family Gospel Bluegrass Concert
Benefit concert for Lovelady Fire & Rescue Department.